Burglar Locks himself in Home during Standoff with Niagara Falls Police

Niagara Falls Police responded the 100 block of 13th Street around 6pm on February 26th after reports of an unknown disturbance that was later changed to a burglary in progress.

Prior to officers’ arrival, dispatch advised that a black male had broken into the residence through the back door and was in possession of a firearm.

Upon arrival, officers approached the rear of the residence where they observed a black male wearing a black hooded sweatshirt standing in the doorway. He was ordered to immediately show officers his hands, at which time he ran back into the residence and closed the door.

Police established a perimeter around the residence and requested additional units to respond. Officers made contact with a neighbor across the street who was actively on the phone with him.

Officers gave the male multiple commands to exit the residence with his hands visible. However, he did not comply.

Several officers then made entry into the residence, placed the male under arrest, and escorted him out of the residence. He was placed in the rear of a patrol vehicle.

Officers were not able to locate a firearm inside of the residence. No further information is available at this time.

Burglar Locks himself in Home during Standoff with Niagara Falls Police